Daniel J. Knopman, Aiabrief of Qualifications

Daniel J. Knopman, AIABrief of Qualifications

7751 South Southwood Circle(954)235-5753 Cellular

Davie, Florida 33328(954)252-2579 Home

OBJECTIVES

It is my goal to obtain a management level position where I can utilize my strength as an Architect and General Contractor in business development, scheduling, operations, budgeting, construction documents, construction management, and contract administration.

EDUCATION

1982 – 1985The Frank Lloyd Wright School of Architecture, Scottsdale, Arizona

1980 – 1982Broward Community College, Davie, Florida

RECORD OF EXPERIENCE

January 2002OSCAR I. GARCIA, ARCHITECT

PresentARCHITECTURE, INTERIOR DESIGN

Fort Lauderdale, Florida

Senior Associate –

Director of Operations

Representative Projects – The Atlantic (Fifteen Story Hotel/Condominium, Fort Lauderdale, Florida), Hilton Fort Lauderdale Beach (Twenty-Five Story Hotel/Condominium, Fort Lauderdale, Florida), Trump International Hotel and Tower (Twenty-Four Story Hotel/Condominium, Designed by Michael Graves, Fort Lauderdale, Florida), Trump Las Olas (Twelve Story Hotel/Condominium, Fort Lauderdale, Florida), The New River Las Olas (Fifty-One Story, 170 Room Hotel and Office Tower and an adjoining Thirty-Six Story , 233 unit Condominium Tower, Fort Lauderdale, Florida), Marina Grande on the Halifax (Four - Twenty-Five Story Condominiums, Parking Garage, Retail, and Amenities, Holly Hill, Florida), Biscayne Landings Towers III and IV (Two – Twenty-Six Story Condominium Towers and Parking Garage, North Miami, Florida), 200 East Palmetto Park (Mixed-Use, Boca Raton, Florida)

Highlights of Responsibilities include the following:

Business Development:I am responsible for the solicitation, and contract negotiation, for the Marina Grande on the Halifax, Biscayne Landing Towers III & IV, New River at Las Olas, Civica Medical Office Building, and Shephard’s Beach Resort, the generating 10 million in gross revenue to the firm over a period of four years.

Operations:I am responsible for the day to day activities of the firm and oversee the work load of the staff, scheduling of projects, and requirements of the consultants on multiple projects. I am responsible for evaluating the cost of a project up front and placing a value on professional services. Once a proposal is executed I prepare the AIA agreements for review with the Owner and execute the consultant agreements. I am responsible for the hiring and dismissal of my support staff as well as evaluation of their efforts in determining advancement. Finally, it is my responsibility to review all costs for payment or billing.

Contract Administration:I am responsible for all Contract Administration activities within the firm, with the final determination of all technical and construction issues requiring attention. I am responsible for all change order review and approval. Any and all claims are referred to me for action and determination.

January 2002BEAME ARCHITECTURAL PARTNERSHIP, P.A.

July 1998ARCHITECTURE, PLANNING, AND INTERIOR DESIGN

Coral Gables, Florida

Senior Project Manager

Representative Projects – The Dolphin Mall (1.6 Million Square Foot Mall/Entertainment Complex, Miami, Florida), The Pacific Mall (550,000 Square Meter Mall, Panama City, Panama), Courtyard Marriot at the Pacific Mall (120 Room Hotel, Panama City, Panama)

Highlights of Responsibilities include the following:

Management:The documentation of the Dolphin Mall required a staffing solution of 18 architects which I was responsible for managing. On a weekly basis I would meet with the Project Architect to evaluate budgets, schedules, and performance. I was responsible for all communications and coordination with Structural Engineers, MEP Engineers, Life Safety Consultants, and Thematic Design Consultant. I was responsible for the timely and profitable completion ofthe work. I was responsible for all communications with the Owner. All issues arising with permitting fell to me to address. This included presentations to the Chief Building Officials and Fire Officials. I was responsible for constructability review and coordination of all MEP systems. As a result of Owner changes, I would evaluate the cost and schedule implications with the Design Team and prepare requests for additional services for Owner approval. Finally, it was my responsibility to review all costs for payment or billing.

Contract Administration:During the construction phase of the Dolphin Mall During the project the staff was reduced to four Architects’ in the field and three Architects’ in the main office. One a daily basis I would interface with the Architect’s supporting me to discuss construction issues and Owner Changes. Principal communications with the Owner and Contractor required daily meetings to discuss solutions for challenges that the Contractor was dealing with. Weekly Change Order meetings were held with the Owner and Contractor to evaluate cost implications as well as schedule concerns.

July 1998ODEBRECHT CONTRACTORS OF FLORIDA, INC.

October 1997GENERAL CONTRACTORS

Coral Gables, Florida

Assistant Project Manager

Representative Projects – 1500 Ocean Drive/Ocean Steps (Fifteen Story Condominium/Retail Complex, Designed by Michael Graves, Miami Beach, Florida)

Highlights of Responsibilities include the following:

Management:I was responsible for the acquisition and distribution of shop drawings, as well as communications with the Owner, Architect, and Consultants to resolve problems. I was responsible for sub-contractor buy-out, sub-contractor coordination meetings, scheduling, and quality control issues. During my participation in the project delays caused by design issues and acts of god required the submission of a claim to the Owner. It was my responsibility to help with the documentation of the claim, as well as develop the cost and scheduling impacts. This required that I interfaced with the Sub-Contractors, to determine the impact to the critical path. Using Primavera, I developed modifications to the schedule to and determine the length of time that would be required for each impact in order to support the claim and change order process.

October 1997ROBERT M. SWEDROE ARCHITECT – PLANNERS, A.I.A., P.A.

October 1995ARCHITECTURE, AND PLANNING

Miami Beach, Florida

Senior Production Associate –

Production/Construction Manager

Representative Projects – 1500 Ocean Drive/Ocean Steps (Fifteen Story Condominium/Retail Complex, Designed by Michael Graves, Miami Beach, Florida), Blue and Green Diamond (Two Forty-Five Story Condominium Towers, Miami Beach, Florida), The Pointe at the Waterways (Five Thirty-One Story Condominium Towers and Amenities, Aventura, Florida), The Water Club II (Two Fifteen Story Condominiums, Long Boat Key, Florida)

Highlights of Responsibilities include the following:

Management:I was responsible for managing between twelve and fifteen staff members working on four major condominium projects simultaneously. I was responsible for the preparation and coordination of construction documents and the coordination of the MEP and Structural Engineers working downstream of me. I was responsible for the evaluation of budgets, scheduling of staff, and performance on all production and construction phases of the projects. I was responsible for the quality control reviews for the documents prepared by my staff for assuring coordination and compliance with office standards. I was involved in the preparation of contracts and contract negotiations.

Contract Administration:I was responsible for all Contract Administration associated with the projects under construction. This included the review of all shop drawings and requests for information, as well as their logging, tracking, and distribution. I was responsible for preparing change orders, review of applications for payment, and site inspection and reporting.

October 1995MOURIZ-SALAZAR & ASSOCIATES, INC.

October 1994ARCHITECTURE, AND PLANNING

Miami, Florida

Project Manager

Representative Projects – Devonshire ACLF (Assisted Living Facility, Palm Beach Gardens, Florida), L’Ambiance (Condominium, Naples, Florida), Las Brisas (Condominium, Bonita Springs, Florida), The Park at Sawgrass Mills (Multi-Family, Sunrise, Florida), The Villages of Bonita Springs (Condominium, Bonita Springs, Florida), Homestead Colony (Multi-Family, Homestead, Florida), Harbor Island (Condominium, Hallandale Beach, Florida)

Highlights of Responsibilities include the following:

Management:I was responsible for managing staff working with me in the preparation and coordination of construction documents for various projects under my supervision. I was responsible for the coordination of consultant activities, budget and schedule.

Contract Administration:I was responsible for all Contract Administration associated with the projects under construction. This included the review of all shop drawings and requests for information, as well as their logging, tracking, and distribution. I was responsible for preparing change orders, review of applications for payment, and site inspection and reporting.

September 1994THE ARCHITECTS HALL DESIGNERS, INC.

March 1994ARCHITECTURE, AND PLANNING

Miami, Florida

Director of Operations

Representative Projects – Dade County Public Schools Naranja Elementary School (Elementary School Renovation, Naranja, Florida), Dade County Public Schools North Miami Senior High School(High School Renovation, North Miami, Florida), Broward Community College Building 13 (Renovation, Davie, Florida), Dade County Aviation Department (Buildings 11 and 11A), Beacon Career Institute (Miami, Florida), Jasmine Villas (Multi-Family, Miami, Florida), Greater Miami Service Corps. (Classroom Addition, Homestead, Florida)

Highlights of Responsibilities include the following:

Business Development:I was responsible for the solicitation of new business, preparation of proposals, and negotiations of contracts for various projects.

Operations:I was responsible for the day to day activities of the firm and oversaw the work load of the staff, scheduling of projects, and requirements of the consultants on multiple projects. I was responsible for evaluating the cost of a project up front and placing a value on professional services. It was my responsibility to review all costs for payment or billing. I prepared RFP’s, and Addendums during the bid phase of the projects we were working on at the time. On the BCC renovation project I was responsible for the presentations to the Board of Regents.

Contract Administration:I was responsible for all Contract Administration activities within the firm, with the final determination of all technical and construction issues requiring attention. I was responsible for all change order review and approval. Any and all claims are referred to me for action and determination. I was responsible for the successful and timely completion of the projects I was charged with.

March 1994BUILDING DIAGNOSTICS ASSOCIATES, P.A.

March 1993REHABILITATION ARCHTIECTS AND ROOF CONSULTANTS

Hollywood, Florida

Project Manager

Representative Projects – United States Postal Services (Various South Florida Locations), Winn-Dixie (Various South Florida Locations), Broward County Public Schools, (Various Broward Locations)

Highlights of Responsibilities include the following:

Business Development:I was responsible for the solicitation of new business, preparation of proposals, and negotiations of contracts for various projects.

Forensics Consulting:I was responsible for surveying various buildings to determine the extent and cause of water infiltration issues, followed by the preparation of reports and drawings to outline a proposed method of remediation. These efforts were followed by the bidding and negotiations for the work with support through construction activities.

March 1993PROFESSIONAL SERVICES INDUSTRIES, INC.

December 1991GEOTECHNICAL ENGINEERS, ROOF CONSULTANTS

Fort Lauderdale, Florida

Branch Manager – Roof Consulting Division

Manager – Construction Services Division

Representative Projects – United States Postal Services Gratigny Station (Miami, Florida), United States Postal Service Miami General Mail Facility (Miami, Florida), Southern Bell - Perrine and Hutchison Island ESS, Pratt-Whitney, Baxter Healthcare – West Dade and Flagler Facilities, Palm Beach County School Board, Broward County School Board – Everglades Middle School.

Highlights of Responsibilities include the following:

Business Development:I was responsible for the solicitation of new business, preparation of proposals, and negotiations of contracts for various projects.

Forensics Consulting:I was responsible for surveying various buildings to determine the extent and cause of water infiltration issues, followed by the preparation of reports and drawings to outline a proposed method of remediation. These efforts were followed by the bidding and negotiations for the work with support through construction activities.

Construction Services:I was responsible for Threshold Inspections, Soils and Concrete Testing, Environmental Site Assessment, and Asbestos Surveys.

March 1991CYP OF FLORIDA, INC.

December 1987ARCHITECTURE AND PLANNING

Fort Lauderdale, Florida

Director of Construction Administration

Representative Projects – Apartments, Condominiums, Office Buildings, Resort Clubhouses, Amenity Facilities, and Single Family Homes.

Highlights of Responsibilities include the following:

Management:I was responsible for the negotiation and execution of purchase orders for additional services for client initiated changes. I was responsible for the review of all consultant invoices for payment in conjunction with monthly client invoicing. I prepared weekly job summary reports to determine project performance. I initiated coordination of staff and consultants as well as managed personnel in the preparation of Construction Documents. I prepared code reviews and coordinated ADA design requirements. I provided QA/QC on all projects prior to Bidding and Negotiation.

Contract Administration:I was responsible for all Contract Administration associated with the projects under construction. This included the review of all shop drawings and requests for information, as well as their logging, tracking, and distribution. I was responsible for preparing change orders, review of applications for payment, and site inspection and reporting.

December 1987OWEN, POWELL, & VAN HAREN ARCHITECTS

June 1987ARCHITECTURE AND PLANNING

Fort Lauderdale, Florida

Project Manager

June 1987CHARLES KOBER ASSOCIATES PHOENIX

November 1985ARCHITECTURE AND PLANNING

Phoenix, Arizona

Project Manager

November 1985MTYA ASSOCIATES, INC. – (A subsidiary of the Smith Group)

June 1985ARCHITECTURE AND PLANNING

Phoenix, Arizona

Job Captain

June 1985TALIESIN ASSOCIATED ARCHITECTS

July 1982ARCHITECTURE AND PLANNING

Scottsdale, Arizona

Job Captain

COMPUTER APPLICATIONSAutoCAD 2006, MS Project, MS Word, MS Excel, Pro-Log, Primavera, WordPerfect

LICENSESArizona Registration

PROFESSIONALAmerican Institute of Architects

AFFILIATIONS

REFERENCES

Sergio Fernandez
Principal
JBF Associates, LLC
110 East Broward Boulevard, Suite 1700
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301
(305)439-2320 Mobile / Randy Foltz
Vice President
The Swerdlow Group
3390 Mary Street, Suite 200
Coconut Grove, Florida 33133
(305) 476-0100 Office
Armen Boyajian
Vice President
Stillman Development
505 Park Avenue 17th Floor
New York, NY 10022
(212)686-2400 Office / E. Stetson Glines
President
PMI/NREK Joint Venture
536 Hardee Road
Coral Gables, FL 33146
(786)547-1146 Mobile
Derek Wassink
President & CEO
TRC Worldwide Engineering, Inc.
3590 NW 56th Street
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33309
(954)439-2218 Mobile / Jerome Lazar
President
Lazarchitect Architectural Services
2820 Egret Way
Cooper City, FL 33026
(954) 290-2286 Mobile

SUMMARY OF PROJECTS

HEALTHCARE/SENIOR Living Facilities

North Broward Hospital Expansion (Hospital Renovation, Fort Lauderdale, Florida)

Civica Medical Center (Twenty-Six Story Medical Office Building, Miami, Florida)

Devonshire ACLF (Assisted Living Facility, Palm Beach Gardens, Florida)

Hallandale ACLF (Assisted Living Facility, Hallandale Beach, Florida)

Boca Raton Housing Authority ACLF (Assisted Living Facility, Boca Raton, Florida)

Educational

Dade County Public Schools Naranja Elementary School (Elementary School Renovation, Naranja, Florida)

Dade County Public Schools North Miami Senior High School (High School Renovation, North Miami, Florida)

Broward Community College Building 13 (Renovation, Davie, Florida)

Beacon Career Institute (Miami, Florida)

Greater Miami Service Corps. (Classroom Addition, Homestead, Florida)

Palm Beach County School Board – (Various Palm Beach Locations)

Broward County School Board – (Various Broward Locations)

THEATER

Ruth Eckerd Hall (Clearwater, Florida)

Paris Opera Hotel Competition (Paris, France)

POSTAL FACILITIES

United States Postal Services (Various South Florida Locations)

United States Postal Services - Gratigny Station (Miami, Florida)

United States Postal Service Miami General Mail Facility (Miami, Florida),

Business

Southern Bell - Perrine and Hutchison Island ESS

Pratt-Whitney

Baxter Healthcare – West Dade and Flagler Facilities

Dade County Aviation Department (Buildings 11 and 11A)

Hospitality

The Atlantic (124 Rooms, Hotel/Condominium, Fort Lauderdale, Florida)

Hilton Fort Lauderdale Beach (333 Rooms, Hotel/Condominium, Fort Lauderdale, Florida)

Trump International Hotel and Tower (295 Rooms, Hotel/Condominium, Designed by Michael Graves, Fort Lauderdale, Florida)

Trump Las Olas (12 Story, 136 Rooms, Hotel/Condominium, Fort Lauderdale, Florida)

Shephard’s Beach Resort (86 Rooms, Hotel, Clearwater Beach, Florida)

Courtyard Marriot at the Pacific Mall (120 Rooms, Hotel, Panama City, Panama)

Hollywood Grande (225 Rooms, Hotel/Condominium, Hollywood, Florida)

Brazilian Beach Resort (110 Rooms, Hotel, Palm Beach, Florida)

Days Inn (120 Rooms, Hotel, Mesa, Arizona)

Clubhouse

Paradise Peak Mobile Home Park Activity Center (Phoenix, Arizona)

Willoughby Golf Clubhouse (Stuart, Florida)

Cherry Valley Golf Clubhouse (Princeton, New Jersey)

Condominium/Mixed-Use/Multi-Family

Marina Grande on the Halifax (Four - Twenty-Five Story Condominiums, Parking Garage, Retail, and Amenities, Holly Hill, Florida)

Biscayne Landings Towers III and IV (Two – Twenty-Six Story Condominium Towers and Parking Garage, North Miami, Florida)

Blue and Green Diamond (Two Forty-Five Story Condominium Towers, Miami Beach, Florida)

The Pointe at the Waterways (Five Thirty-One Story Condominium Towers and Amenities, Aventura, Florida)

The Water Club II (Two Fifteen Story Condominiums, Long Boat Key, Florida)

The New River Las Olas (Fifty-One Story, 170 Room Hotel and Office Tower and an adjoining Thirty-Six Story , 233 unit Condominium Tower, Fort Lauderdale, Florida)

200 East Palmetto Park (Mixed-Use, Boca Raton, Florida)

1500 Ocean Drive/Ocean Steps (Fifteen Story Condominium/Retail Complex, Designed by Michael Graves, Miami Beach, Florida)

L’Ambiance (Condominium, Naples, Florida)

Las Brisas (Condominium, Bonita Springs, Florida)

Harbor Island (Condominium, Hallandale Beach, Florida)

The Park at Sawgrass Mills (Multi-Family, Sunrise, Florida)

The Villages of Bonita Springs (Condominium, Bonita Springs, Florida)

Homestead Colony (Multi-Family, Homestead, Florida)

Jasmine Villas (Multi-Family, Miami, Florida)

Retail

The Dolphin Mall (1.6 Million Square Foot Mall/Entertainment Complex, Miami, Florida)

The Pacific Mall (550,000 Square Meter Mall, Panama City, Panama)

Winn-Dixie (Various South Florida Locations)

Brief of Qualifications110/25/2018